horse breeds of the world (thoroughbred)

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Thoroughbred

Poly the bay thoroughbred at 6 years old, She is an ex-race horse who has won $80,000 in racing!

History	The life of man kind has been involved with horses for more then 4,000 years and in all that time no achievements have excelled in creating the Thoroughbred. The thoroughbred evolved in England as a racehorse in the 17th to 18th centuries, as a result of the import of three oriental Arab Stallions, The thoroughbred was then created. The magnificent horse has played a very important part in upgrading numerous old horses and pony breeds and in establishing many new breeds as well. The thoroughbred can be raced at the age of 2 or 3. The Thoroughbred has great speed, stamina and courage. It is mainly used for racing competitions.
Conformation	Variable, but the best specimens are characterized by a refined, intelligent head; elegant neck; well sloped shoulders; short, strong body with great depth through the girth; strong muscular hindquarters with well-set tall; clean hard legs with let-down hocks and a minimum of 8 inches (20cm) of bone below the knee.
Height	15.2- 16.2hh (hh= Hands High, one hand is 4 inches)
Color	Any solid color, most common is bay, chestnut and brown. Also gray, black and roan, White marking are permissible.

This is Mehki the 2 Year old Thoroughbred

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Fancy the gray Thoroughbred mare at 7 or 8 years old.